Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 529 - How should the 2021 season be judged? A success? A failure? Or somewhere in-between? Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki give their thoughts as they continue to put Monday night’s playoff loss in the rearview mirror—though, if we’re being honest, it’s been more difficult for Grialou to distance himself from that game. Also, the first roster moves of the offseason have been made and, yes, it is officially mock-draft season. Plus, while the Cardinals postseason run is done, that does not mean we still can’t enjoy the playoff action this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happened to the Cardinals? That’s a question everyone – including Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and special guest star Dani Sureck – is asking themselves, and let’s face it, it makes for good discussion on the podcast. The trio delves into the death of the season, an offense that couldn’t find its rhythm for too many games, playing from ahead and not being able to play as well from behind, Kyler’s comfortability (or lack thereof), struggles in prime time, missing Hop and why it (and if it should have) mattered so much, and just how to look at the season now ended.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing seemed to go right during the Cardinals Wild Card matchup with the Rams on Monday night at SoFi Stadium. Los Angeles dominated in all phases of the game during their 34-11 victory. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Drew Stanton try to make sense of what they saw and take a look forward to the long offseason ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 528 - It’s one thing to get beat. It’s another thing to get embarrassed. On national television, no less. The word ‘embarrassed’ was used by both Christian Kirk and J.J. Watt following the 34-11 loss at the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football. The Cardinals had waited six years to get back into the postseason and they did not perform well. The stage looked too big for them. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss all the ugliness from the Cardinals brief appearance during Super Wild Card Weekend; an appearance that has left far too many questions than answers heading into the offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 527 - It’s been a long wait. Six years. The Cardinals are back in the postseason for the first time since 2015. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki break down the wild card matchup with the Los Angeles Rams, the third meeting between the two NFC West rivals. Jurecki has his three keys to victory and the X-factor. The biggest X-factor just may be the location. The game is in L.A., and we know how much better the Cardinals have played on the road this season. Also, the guys preview the five other playoff games—four of which are rematches from the regular season - coming up on Super Wild Card Weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 25 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú presentan a Carlos Rosado y juntos analizan el juego de postemporada ante los Rams. Es Kyler la pieza clave? Qué tanto les ayudaría el regreso de J.J. Watt? Cómo contienes a la ofensiva de los Rams? Muchas preguntas de cara al juego de Monday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 542 - Safety Budda Baker is one of the clear leaders on and off the field for the Arizona Cardinals. What is he preaching to his teammates in advance of Monday night's playoff battle with the Rams at SoFi Stadium? Baker joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about preparing for his playoff debut, facing the Rams "electric" offense for a third time this season, the possible return of J.J. Watt and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 526 - Neither Kliff Kingsbury nor Kyler Murray have ever coached or played, respectively, in the playoffs. That may mean nothing or that may mean everything. Both, though, are looking forward to their first postseason experience. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss how much playoff experience really matters. Also, it was nothing but good news at practice on Thursday. Several injured players, including Chase Edmonds and Rondale Moore, were working. Plus, J.J. Watt practiced for the first time since late October.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 525 - J.J. Watt said a lot. He spoke for more than 20 minutes on Wednesday, the first time he’s addressed reporters since suffering a major shoulder injury back in October. Watt will practice this week. The question, though, everyone wants to know is will Watt play. That’s the unknown at this point. The plan, both Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki believe, is for Watt to play. How much of an impact will he have? The guys discuss that as they begin to preview the Cardinals first playoff game in six years. They play at the Los Angeles Rams as part of Super Wild Card Weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals have a Monday night playoff game in L.A. in the third time they will have played the Rams this season, yet a chance to start anew for a team that has blocked out the stretch run. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Felipe Corral Jr. discuss the possibility of J.J. Watt’s return to spark the Cardinals, missed Week 18 opportunity for both the Rams and Cards, Kyler v Stafford, dealing with Aaron Donald, the need for the Cardinals’ defense to hold up more consistently, the availability of James Conner and Chase Edmonds, and yet another try in primetime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals made multiple mistakes in each phase of the game during Sunday's 38-30 loss to the Seahawks. However in the big picture, the poor performance does not matter at this point. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about new opportunities in the postseason, uncertainty at running back, playing the Rams for a third time and the improvement that needs to happen for the Cardinals to advance out of the NFL's Super Wild Card round of the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 24 - Wide receiver Christian Kirk joins Dave Pasch to discuss what it will mean to play for his hometown team in the postseason, childhood memories of the Cardinals run to Super Bowl XLIII and the expected atmosphere on Monday night in Los Angeles when the Cardinals battle the Rams as part of the NFL's Super Wild Card Weekend. Plus, Kirk talks about the boost the team would receive if J.J. Watt returns to action and how Kyler Murray has grown since his 2019 NFL debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 15 - The Cardinals settled for field goals instead of touchdowns three times on Sunday which contributed to their 38-30 loss to the Seahawks in the 2021 regular season finale. Felipe Corral Jr., Jody Jackson, Craig Grialou and Rolando Cantu break down the game and what went wrong for the Big Red. Plus, a look ahead to another meeting with the Rams next Monday night in Los Angeles. It's playoff time and we've got you covered on the Morning Scramble.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 524 - The door was open. There was an opportunity there on Sunday for the Cardinals to win the NFC West, which they last accomplished in 2015. The door, however, was slammed shut after a 38-30 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the regular season finale. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki look back at what went wrong, from the offense’s inability to score touchdowns inside the red zone to the defense’s inability to contain Russell Wilson and company. Of course, as bad as things looked in Week 18, the guys try not to lose sight on what’s ahead, and that’s an appearance in the postseason for the first time in six years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 523 - Never put anything past J.J. Watt. He’s proven that to be the case before and, apparently, he’s on the verge of doing it once again. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss Watt’s potential return. It won’t be this week, however it very well could be next week when the playoffs begin. Just the presence of No. 99 back on the field would be a boost for the defense and the team overall. Let’s not forget, though, the Cardinals have one more game before postseason play. With that in mind, Jurecki has his three keys to victory in Week 18, a home game against the Seahawks with the potential of winning the NFC West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 541 - The Cardinals have asked several young players to step up and perform over the course of the 2021 season due to injury and Covid. One of those players is wide receiver Antoine Wesley. Tweezy joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his monster game against the Cowboys in his home state of Texas, learning from veterans like A.J. Green and DeAndre Hopkins, his relationship with Kyler Murray and playing for his old college coach Kliff Kingsbury at the NFL level. Plus, we take a look ahead to the game with the Seahawks and what it will take to win the NFC West on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 522 - It’s been much too long since this Cardinals team last won a home game. You have to go all the way back to Week 7, at the end of October. The good news here is there is an opportunity on Sunday to end what has become a four-game losing streak at State Farm Stadium. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss why the Cardinals haven’t fared as well at home compared to on the road. Plus, if the losing is going to stop this week, it’s not going to be easy. Despite how the Seahawks have played this season, they do still have Russell Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 521 - Every team’s goal is to make the playoffs. The Cardinals checked that box. Every team wants to win its division. The Cardinals can still do that, but they need help. So, Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki debate winning the NFC West versus holding out a handful of players to get them healthy, or healthier, for the playoffs. It’s not a discussion of resting players. It’s a discussion about what to do with players like James Conner or Chase Edmonds who are banged up at the moment. Also, the guys look at the nine different scenarios in which the Cardinals could enter the postseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 24 - Los Cardenales finalizan la temporada recibiendo a Seattle y después de su triunfo vs. los Cowboys el ánimo está mejor dentro del grupo. Jugarán los titulares? Descansarían a Kyler Murray de cara a la postemporada? Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos tienen el análisis del siguiente compromiso y le dan un vistazo a los posibles escenarios de los playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 23 - Five-time Pro Bowl safety and current Arizona Cardinals vice president of pro personnel Adrian Wilson joins Dave Pasch to talk about the 2021 team and how it compares to the Cardinals 2008 squad that reached Super Bowl XLIII. Wilson also describes his current role with the Cardinals as an executive and shares his thoughts on potentially becoming an NFL general manager in the future. Plus, Wilson discusses whether he should be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, his long-standing friendship with GM Steve Keim, what he learned from former teammates Pat Tillman and Kwamie Lassiter, the decision to draft Kyler Murray and the young QB's leadership style.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals beat the Cowboys fair and square to stop the losing streak, and with a game left in the regular season before the playoffs begin, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Felipe Corral Jr. have plenty of time to discuss the state of the Cards (and even briefly talk about Chase Edmonds’ ball security.) There are plenty of topics, like the fantastic job DC Vance Joseph did in Dallas, Kyler’s in-game leadership, what to expect for the Seattle finale, whether the Cardinals are better off at home or on the road for the postseason, the struggles in the red zone, Kyler running the ball, the need to lean on Edmonds and James Conner, and Paul’s failed #NoLambeau hashtag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Arizona Cardinals got back in the win column with a hard-fought 25-22 win over the Cowboys in Dallas on Sunday. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about how the Cardinals found success, Kyler Murray's undefeated record in Dallas, playing complementary football and players stepping up in the wake of injuries and Covid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 520 - Offense, defense and special teams; all three phases had a hand in Sunday’s 25-22 win in Dallas. And just like that, the Cardinals have appeared to right the ship, get the train back on track or any other cliché that is used when a team ends a three-game losing streak. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss all the details—big and small—that led to the Cardinals franchise-best eighth road win of the season. Plus, the team has put themselves, once again, in position to win the NFC West; and that’s anyone could ask for heading into the final week of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 14 - After three consecutive losses, the Cardinals added to the win column by way of their 25-22 victory over the Cowboys. Felipe Corral Jr., Jody Jackson, Craig Grialou and Rolando Cantu break down the biggest plays, clutch performances and unsung heroes of the game. Just how big was Isaiah Simmons' forced fumble and Kelvin Beachum's performance at left tackle? Plus, Kyler Murray remains unbeaten at AT&T Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 519 - It sounds simple enough. And it is why the Cardinals were so successful earlier in the season. But this team has gotten away from running the football. Now part of that is because they’ve trailed in games. Hopefully, Chase Edmonds and a returning (fingers crossed) James Conner can help the Cardinals get back on track. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the Week 17 matchup at the Dallas Cowboys with Jurecki giving his three keys to victory. Also, what are the options at left tackle now knowing D.J. Humphries will miss the game on Sunday?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 540 - Injuries and Covid have hindered the Cardinals this week as they prepare to take on the Cowboys in Dallas on Sunday. Left tackle D.J. Humphries was added to the Covid list on Thursday joining pass rushers Markus Golden and Devon Kennard. Linebacker Dennis Gardeck is one of the players who will get more reps as a pass rusher this week and he joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his role, how he feels a year after his ACL injury, the mood in the locker room and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 518 - All any player wants is an opportunity. And it sounds like several players, whether it be due to injury or COVID-19, will be given an opportunity this week against the Dallas Cowboys. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the options at outside linebacker and cornerback plus, potentially, offensive tackle. As everyone has seen, things are very fluid across the league right now. The timing is certainly not great, especially on the defensive side of the ball. The Cowboys feature a top-ranked offense, averaging more yards (409.5) and more points (30.5) than any other team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 517 - Though he was not on the practice field on Wednesday, Rodney Hudson is back with the team. He missed the past two games—two losses—on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss what Hudson’s return means for the offense, and in particular Kyler Murray. Obviously, Hudson is not the cure-all for what’s been ailing the offense. Turnovers, penalties and not enough touchdowns scored in the red zone have been some of the other issues. All of which need to be corrected ahead of facing a very, very good Dallas Cowboys defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 23 - Los Cardenales ya están en la postemporada pero quieren acabar el año con un buen impulso y este domingo ante Dallas saldrán con esas intenciones. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú reciben a Carlos Nava para analizar posición por posición y jugador por jugador. Quién tiene más posibilidades de ganar? Será que los Cardinals acaban de la mala racha?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 22 - Legendary Phoenix Suns broadcaster Al McCoy joins Dave Pasch to talk about calling NBA games for 50 years, favorite road cities to visit, how the game of basketball has evolved, the origin of his signature "Shazam" call, his broadcasting idols and much more. Plus, which announcer amazed McCoy with his constant consumption of popcorn while broadcasting?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Calvisi doesn’t want to mess around anymore with Darren Urban and Felipe Corral Jr., so while the Cardinals make sure practice is on point to try and snap a three-game skid, the guys want to regain their focus too. The topics? How about the NFC West race, the complacency virus, complementary football (important concept, difficult cliché), the penalty problem, how the Cardinals have earned their postseason spot, Rodney Hudson’s importance, what to make of the Cowboys, Kyler back in Dallas, Covid’s chance to whack the playoffs, and New Year’s resolutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals travel to Dallas on Sunday to take on the Cowboys in a key NFC battle. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki are joined by former Cardinals QB Drew Stanton who provides perspective on the Cardinals current three-game skid and what needs to be done to snap out of it. Plus, discussions on the lack of complementary football, cleaning up the self-inflicted mistakes and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 516 - Yes, the Cardinals clinched a playoff spot. They did so from their couch on Sunday afternoon. No, they are not playing like a playoff team. In either phase of the game, really. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the good, the bad and the ugly from the 22-16 defeat to the Indianapolis Colts on Christmas night. That’s now three straight losses. Hardly the direction this team wants to be headed as they march towards the postseason. The good news is they have two games to figure things out. Two games to correct their mistakes, otherwise it is going to be a short playoff run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 13 - Season-best performances from safety Budda Baker and running back Chase Edmonds were not enough as the Cardinals fell to the Colts 22-16 on Christmas night. We discuss impactful performances from key players, costly penalties and how the Cardinals actually ended up clinching a playoff berth on Sunday for the first time since 2015. Rolando Cantú brings home the bacon by discussing the importance of the Cardinals finding their identity with the postseason around the corner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 539 - The Cardinals have lost two in a row and will be looking to get back on the winning path when they face the Colts on Christmas night at State Farm Stadium. Wide receiver Christian Kirk joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss where things have gone wrong recently, stepping up in the absence of DeAndre Hopkins, what to expect from the Colts defense and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 515 - It’s not too much to ask for, is it? And if the Cardinals do win on Saturday, the gift is threefold. They clinch a playoff spot (which is first and foremost), snap a three-game home losing streak and end a two-game slide in primetime. All good things. Great things, really. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki breakdown the matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, with Jurecki giving his three keys to victory and X-factor. First though, the guys talk about the four players named to the Pro Bowl; each one deserving but it’s hard not to be most happy for James Conner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 11 - When the 2008 Cardinals were dismantled by the Patriots in wintery conditions, many experts gave Arizona a snowball's chance in hell to succeed in the playoffs. After some brutal practices in the rain, the newly-focused Cardinals played well in the season finale before going on an epic run to earn a spot in Super Bowl XLIII. Paul Calvisi details the journey from nightmare roadtrip to the biggest stage in sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 514 - The Cardinals have faced their share of first-class running backs this season. Derrick Henry, Dalvin Cook and Christian McCaffrey just to name a few. And now, Jonathan Taylor, who in 2021 may be in a class all his own. Taylor enters Week 16 leading the league in rushing yards, rushing touchdowns, yards from scrimmage and total touchdowns. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the challenge—the word every coach and player used this week—that awaits the defense. Also, it’s time the Cardinals refocus their attention on their own running game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 21 - Former Cardinals quarterbacks Carson Palmer and Drew Stanton join Dave Pasch to talk about life in retirement, the stories behind their 2013 arrivals in Arizona, their most embarrassing bucket challenge costumes, what makes Tom Brady great, Lincoln Riley's arrival at Palmer's alma mater USC, their affinity for wine, and Stanton's legendary mid-palate. Plus, Palmer and Stanton offer their thoughts on Kyler Murray and what needs to happen to allow the 10-4 Cardinals to do some damage down the stretch and in the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Christmas approaching, there’s no need to dwell on the naughty (of losing big in Detroit.) Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban, and Felipe Corral Jr. try and discuss the nice the best they can. Topics include the Winter Solstice, Kyler and the offense pressing, the reality of (and need for) momentum, the task of Jonathan Taylor, remembering Tom Urban (RIP), the joy of (winning on) Christmas, and Felipe’s advice on whiskey on the rocks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After two consecutive losses, the Cardinals will look to get back to their winning ways when they host the Indianapolis Colts on Christmas night at State Farm Stadium. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and former Cardinals QB Drew Stanton examine what has gone wrong recently on both sides of the ball. Plus, how will the Cardinals handle Colts superstar running back Jonathan Taylor?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 22 - Luego de la derrota en Detroit, el equipo quiere dejar el mal paso y aprender de ese mal juego. La prueba no será fácil ante los Colts que llegan con Jonathan Taylor y una buena defensiva. Todos queremos una buena navidad y los Cardenales pueden regalarnos esta satisfacción. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú presentan la Tacleada Cardinals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 513 - How? How did that happen? How did the team with the best record lose to the team with the worst record? Yes, losses are going to happen. You’re going to get beat sometimes. But. Not. Like. That. Especially this late in the season. The Cardinals are limping towards the finish line. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss all the ugliness from Sunday’s 30-12 loss at the Detroit Lions. It was easily the team’s worst performance of the season. There are a lot of questions and, unfortunately, not a whole lot of answers when looking back at Week 15.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 512 - For the fifth straight year, the Cardinals and Lions will play in the regular season; though Sunday will mark the first time since 2017 the game is played in Detroit. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki breakdown the Week 15 contest, with Jurecki providing his three keys to victory. Once again, the Cardinals find themselves in a win-and-you’re-in scenario. Win and they clinch a playoff spot. Some good news for the Cardinals: both running backs James Conner and Chase Edmonds are expected to play. Conner hurt his ankle in the last game, while Edmonds has missed the past four-plus games with an ankle injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 21 - Luego de la derrota ante los Rams en MNF, el equipo de Arizona regresó a trabajar con la idea de vencer a los Lions y conseguir su pase a postemporada. No será fácil ya que Detroit no tiene nada que perder y seguramente querrá darle una satisfacción a sus aficionados. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú presentan la Tacleada Cardinals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 538 - After a tough loss to the Rams on Monday Night Football, the Cardinals look to bounce back against the Lions on Sunday at Ford Field. Right tackle Kelvin Beachum joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about dealing with the loss of DeAndre Hopkins, the constant shuffling of the offensive line and staying focused on what's ahead in Sunday's matchup. Plus, Beachum reflects on being named the Arizona Cardinals/Walter Payton NFL Man of The Year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 511 - The injury to DeAndre Hopkins is significant. That’s not debatable. Yet players, including A.J. Green, expressed confidence in the other wide receivers on the roster. Hopkins can’t be replaced, but someone will have to fill his role on the field. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the options. And, remember, this is not the first time the offense has been without its top playmaker at the position. Hopkins missed the entire month of November and the Cardinals went 2-1. Games without D-Hop begin again on Sunday against a Lions team that has struggled to score points this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 20 - Former Detroit Lions Pro Bowl linebacker Chris Spielman talks with Dave Pasch about his current role with the Lions front office as special assistant to the president/CEO and chairperson. Spielman also discusses how the Cardinals formula for recent success has helped shape the Lions rebuild, what he misses about being a television analyst for FOX and ESPN, being a champion for cancer research and what to expect in Sunday's Arizona vs Detroit game at Ford Field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A loss to the Rams made the drive for the NFC West title a little tougher, and there were reasons for that, as Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Felipe Corral Jr. discussed. It’s been a tough few days, with a game wrecked by Aaron Donald (and perhaps making Kyler Murray more wary in the pocket), the potential impact of an injury to wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, the optimism that the Cards still had a chance to pull out a win, the doubters that emerge on a national level, a potential home playoff game, facing the scrappy Lions and the Covid outbreak hitting the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 510 - Now may be the perfect time for Chase Edmonds to return. That is if he’s healthy enough to return. Yes, James Conner has done a great job, but he’s been used a lot in Edmonds’ absence and may be wearing down—nothing that he would admit to, however. It’s just the Edmonds-Conner dynamic worked so well through the first half of the season. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss why Edmonds is needed, and not just to keep Conner fresh. Also, the guys begin to breakdown the Week 15 matchup at the Detroit Lions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.